2017 Nissan Navara 2.3L Diesel · EN17 ETA

The vehicle is currently roadworthy, though the maintenance trend indicates a reactive approach to repairs rather than proactive servicing. The most recent test in September 2025 at 186,710 miles passed with a non-excessive oil leak noted. This follows a recurring issue first seen in the July 2023 failure. While the vehicle passed its 2024 test without any recorded defects, the history of intermittent failures suggests that mechanical faults are only addressed once they reach an MOT failure threshold. The mileage profile is exceptionally high for a nine-year-old vehicle, averaging over 20,000 miles per year. A significant surge in usage occurred between June 2020 and July 2021, where the vehicle covered approximately 40,000 miles in just thirteen months. This rapid accumulation suggests heavy commercial or long-distance motorway use, which accelerates the wear on the drivetrain, suspension, and braking systems. The consistent annual increase of 8,000 to 15,000 miles thereafter confirms the vehicle has been under constant operation. A buyer must physically inspect the engine bay for the persistent oil leak identified in 2023 and 2025, as this could indicate failing head gaskets or sump seals requiring expensive attention. The record shows a previously fractured offside front coil spring in 2022 and thin front brake pads in 2023, necessitating a thorough check of the remaining suspension geometry and bushings for play. Given the high mileage and the history of uneven tyre wear in 2023, the alignment and the condition of the chassis components should be verified to ensure no further structural fatigue has developed.